Educational

September 15, 2024
Why I Don’t Pierce With Hoops (And What You Should Know Instead)

I get it; hoops are cute. Whether it’s a snug little ring hugging the nostril or a delicate hoop in…

August 18, 2024
Surface Anchors vs. Surface Piercings: What’s the Difference?

When it comes to body piercings that sit flat against the skin (especially in areas like the chest, neck, hips,…

June 16, 2024
Why I Don’t Pierce Babies’ Ear Lobes: A Professional Piercer’s Perspective on Ethics, Safety, and Consent

As a professional body piercer, one of the most frequent questions I get asked is whether I pierce babies’ ear…

April 14, 2024
What Is the Most Painful Piercing?

This is one of those questions we hear all the time; “What’s the most painful piercing?”. And while pain is…

March 17, 2024
How Long Do Piercings Take to Heal?

Healing is one of the most important (and most misunderstood) parts of the piercing process. A common question I get…

February 11, 2024
Understanding Nesting in Oral Piercings: What It Is and Why It Happens

Oral piercings (like tongue, lip, and frenulum piercings) can come with some unique healing characteristics. One of the most common…

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